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Gardening, and sharing homegrown produce, comes naturally to Abraham Dixit, who recently moved to Ōrewa.
He arrived in the country as an asylum seeker, and gained permanent NZ residency in March. For five years he has been working as a handyman, as well as volunteering.
Abraham says at his former rental property in Ranui, he started an edible garden on his berm, sharing the produce with the community.
He is in the process of bringing those raised beds, as well as building materials and tools, with him to Ōrewa to use to get his vision of a community herb garden underway.
He says there is a real need for community gardens, especially among renters.
One suitable site that has come to his attention is in Hatfields Beach Reserve on Hibiscus Coast Highway. The area is partly in long grass, and has access to water and car parks.
Because it’s a public reserve, his first task is to contact the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board to seek the necessary approval. He is also hoping to hear from anyone in the community who would be interested in supporting the garden.
Abraham says the garden would serve as a space where the community can come together to volunteer, share knowledge, and cultivate herbs.
“It would also provide an opportunity for residents to exchange seeds and establish long-term garden beds that can be enjoyed by future generations. With a water supply and car access available at the reserve, I believe this project is both feasible and sustainable,” he says.
Anyone interested in supporting the initiative can contact Abraham, ph 022 883 0328 or email Ardalstangen@gmail.com
